The Responsible Enterprise:
Real Social Impact in Today’s Markets and Technology
THE UNCONFERENCE
SCP Boutique Conference
June 17 - 18
Virginia Tech Innovation Campus, Alexandria, VA
About the Event
This conference addresses some of the most urgent and complex challenges faced by consumers and the organizations that serve them today. Attendees will discuss how businesses can serve as better stewards of technological progress, ensuring their products, services, and practices contribute positively to consumers and society. Is it possible for for-profit orginizations to be responsible to more than their shareholders? Can businesses impact more than just the bottom line? Can technology be a force for good?
Dates and Deadlines
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
Notification Date: February 28, 2025
Fees
Faculty: $400
Student: $200
Call for Papers
In an increasingly digital world, technology is rapidly changing how we interact, communicate, and make decisions, shaping both consumer behavior and the global marketplace. However, the acceleration of technological advancements also raises critical concerns regarding equity, bias, and social responsibility. At this intersection lies the theme of our SCP Boutique Conference: how technology intersects with race, prejudice, and the responsible enterprise.
This conference seeks to bring together scholars and practitioners to explore pressing questions such as:
- How do consumers understand and navigate new technologies?
- How does consumer psychology shift in response to AI developments?
- How can enterprises leverage technological innovation while mitigating the risk of reinforcing systemic biases?
- What are the ethical considerations involved in the design and deployment of AI and automated systems in diverse consumer markets?
- How can organizations ensure that their technological advancements are inclusive and equitable, especially for marginalized consumers?
Conference Chairs
Broderick Turner
Virginia Tech
Shane Wang
Virginia Tech
David Wooten
University of Michigan